Data and Analysis

Jamaica’s agricultural sector sustained substantial damage due to Hurricane Melissa, which touched down on October 28, 2025.

The first half of 2025 saw the United Kingdom (UK) progressed on two main items related to biotechnology, it (1) adopted secondary legislation needed to implement the Precision Breeding Act, (2) streamlined the market authorization process for Genetically Engineered (GE) regulated products.

Colombia's agricultural sector incorporates biotechnology-derived products, including the recent commercial release of edited berries. The country maintains a rigorous, science-based regulatory framework supportive of genetically engineered (GE) commodities.

In September 2025, FAS Jamaica reignited its marketing chops by teaming up with the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF) to host its first promotional activity in more than four years, showcasing the quality, affordability, and flavor of under-utilized U.S. beef cuts and ground lamb.